
S6, E10: A Bayou and a Bete Noire
From Shadow Carriers by Zack Meyer, Orion Couling
October 17, 2025 · 17 min · Season 6 · Episode 9
About this episode
This episode uncovers the haunted heart of Bayou St. John, exploring its history and the spirits that linger there.
The still waters of Bayou St. John have seen centuries of life, death, and everything that lingers between. From restless spirits that glide across the moonlit surface to echoes of rituals long forgotten, this episode uncovers the haunted heart of one of New Orleans’ most storied waterways. Part of our special “Four Shadows” series - featuring original music by West Coast independent rapper and producer Tommy Jordan.
People in this episode
Hosts: Zack Meyer, Orion Couling
Topics covered
- haunted waterways
- New Orleans history
- spirits
- rituals
- Four Shadows series
Keywords
- Bayou St. John
- New Orleans
- haunted
- spirits
- rituals
- Four Shadows
- Tommy Jordan
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Bayou St. John, New Orleans
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